
The end of the AST Trap – an update on the Renters’ Rights Act
Katie Wiesendanger discusses the upcoming change within the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 which puts an end to the ‘AST trap’.

Katie Wiesendanger discusses the upcoming change within the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 which puts an end to the ‘AST trap’.

This is part 2 in our article series about the Renters’ Rights Bill. Alanis Ingham-Cotterell explores the issues landlords need to consider in preparation for the new legislation.


Julia Mactear, Legal Director in our Property Litigation team looks at the cost to a seller of being “economical with the truth” about a pest infestation in a luxury development property

The Renters’ Rights Bill has been highly debated in the House of Commons over the last year. Alanis Ingham-Cotterell explores the big proposed changes as the Bill moves into the House of Lords.

Head of our Agriculture and Rural Land team, Hazel Eccles, briefly summarises the announcements that may affect property owners

Rebecca McCoy discusses how to apply to HMRC for a repayment of the stamp duty land tax payable on additional properties when you qualify for a refund.


This quick guide is intended to give you an overview of a typical residential purchase but please bear in mind that every transaction is unique and that variations may arise.